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BENJAMIN T KERNS PA
NPI 1659388783
Physician Assistant in Boise, ID

Active since August 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, SUITE 120, BOISE, ID 83702(208) 323-2600(208) 323-9172 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Benjamin T Kerns Pa NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

BENJAMIN T KERNS PA (NPI 1659388783) is an individual physician assistant in Boise, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (PA-569) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Luke's Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659388783
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN T KERNSCredential: PA
Location Address703 S AMERICANA BLVD, SUITE 120Boise, ID 83702-5099
Mailing Address190 E Bannock StBoise, ID 83712-6241 · (208) 323-2600 · Fax (208) 323-9172
Phone(208) 323-2600
Fax(208) 323-9172
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 2011
✔ NPI 1659388783 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in ID · PA-569
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, Boise, ID 83702
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin T Kerns Pa is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9931126844
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051031000402
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
110 services103 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
84 services34 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
60 services27 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
44 services44 patients
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130
This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
40 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
38 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St Luke's Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boise, ID
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number130006
Location190 East Bannock StreetBoise, ID 83712 · Ada County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Nampa Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nampa, ID
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number130071
Location9850 West St Lukes DriveNampa, ID 83687 · Canyon County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 83702 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$81.13 typical visit price
range $52.44 – $160.17
Typical copayment $20.28 (range $13.11 – $40.04)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$65.77 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $130.93
Typical copayment $16.44 (range $4.17 – $32.73)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MELISSA PIRTLE PT
Physical Therapist
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, SUITE 130
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 706-7530
DR. DARBY WEBB M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, SUITE 120
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 323-2600
TYLER DANIEL LOBB MA, NCC, LCPC
Counselor (Mental Health)
703 S AMERICANA BLVD
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 706-6375
DAVID M LANDIS PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, STE 130
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 706-7500
MEGAN C MCDONELL PA
Physician Assistant
703 S AMERICANA BLVD
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 706-2663
DR. JAMES M JOHNSTON MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, STE 120
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 323-2600
NICOLAS J. ALLEN PA-C
Physician Assistant
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, STE 120
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 323-2600
DR. RONALD M KRISTENSEN M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
703 S AMERICANA BLVD, SUITE 120
BOISE, ID 83702
Ada County (208) 323-2600

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Benjamin Kerns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Kerns is 1659388783. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2006.

Where is Benjamin Kerns located?

Benjamin Kerns practices at 703 S Americana Blvd Suite 120, Boise, ID 83702. The listed phone number is (208) 323-2600.

What is Benjamin Kerns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Benjamin Kerns enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Kerns is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Benjamin Kerns accept?

Health plans from Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Benjamin Kerns as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Benjamin Kerns affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Kerns is affiliated with St Luke's Regional Medical Center and St Luke's Nampa Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Kerns was last updated on March 10, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.